Sunset Foods Manager Works Tirelessly: Northbrook Hero

NORTHBROOK, IL — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented times. Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these everyday heroes.

This submission comes from Debby Shulman, of Northbrook, who nominated Bruce Gonzalez, of Northbrook:

Is the nominee considered an “essential worker”?:
Yes

What does the nominee do for work?:
Manages Sunset Foods in Northbrook

Why do you believe the nominee should be recognized or honored?
He works tirelessly on behalf of the community and continuously puts the needs of Sunset customers first. His warm demeanor and genuine desire to assist others is what makes Sunset the nexus of our community.

What’s one thing you want everyone to know about your hero?:
Bruce personifies what it means to be a community. His efforts on behalf of Sunset demonstrate why we all feel so lucky to have a neighborhood store that puts residents and their safety, first.

Do YOU have a local hero you would like us to know about? Share their story here.

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Past Patch Local Heroes Stories

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• 'She Goes Extra Mile For Local Seniors'
• 'She Chooses To Be Kind'